PMLD Support Assistant
Posted 04/07/26About the Role
Join a innovative school in Telford, Shropshire, seeking a dedicated PMLD Support Assistant to provide essential long-term support, with the potential for a permanent position. This vital role focuses on assisting primary-aged pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties within a nurturing specialist provision. You will be instrumental in fostering a positive learning environment, starting immediately, and will receive a competitive daily rate of £95 - £120 for your invaluable contributions.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide direct, individualised support to pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Assist pupils with personal care needs in a respectful and dignified manner.
* Facilitate sensory stimulation activities designed to engage and develop pupils' senses.
* Implement tailored therapy programmes under the guidance of specialists.
* Support communication development through various methods and aids.
* Contribute to creating an inclusive and stimulating learning environment for all pupils.
About You
* You possess proven experience supporting children or young people with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* A compassionate and patient approach is central to your professional practice.
* You demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, building strong rapport with pupils and staff.
* Your ability to work effectively as part of a dedicated team is highly valued.
* You are proactive and adaptable, responding positively to the diverse needs of pupils.
* A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is paramount.
Why Join
This is an exceptional opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of vulnerable primary-aged pupils within a supportive and forward-thinking specialist provision. You will gain invaluable experience, develop your skills, and become an integral part of a team committed to pupil success and well-being. This role offers the stability of a long-term position and genuine prospects for permanent employment in a truly rewarding environment.
Join a innovative school in Telford, Shropshire, seeking a dedicated PMLD Support Assistant to provide essential long-term support, with the potential for a permanent position. This vital role focuses on assisting primary-aged pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties within a nurturing specialist provision. You will be instrumental in fostering a positive learning environment, starting immediately, and will receive a competitive daily rate of £95 - £120 for your invaluable contributions.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide direct, individualised support to pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* Assist pupils with personal care needs in a respectful and dignified manner.
* Facilitate sensory stimulation activities designed to engage and develop pupils' senses.
* Implement tailored therapy programmes under the guidance of specialists.
* Support communication development through various methods and aids.
* Contribute to creating an inclusive and stimulating learning environment for all pupils.
About You
* You possess proven experience supporting children or young people with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
* A compassionate and patient approach is central to your professional practice.
* You demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, building strong rapport with pupils and staff.
* Your ability to work effectively as part of a dedicated team is highly valued.
* You are proactive and adaptable, responding positively to the diverse needs of pupils.
* A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is paramount.
Why Join
This is an exceptional opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of vulnerable primary-aged pupils within a supportive and forward-thinking specialist provision. You will gain invaluable experience, develop your skills, and become an integral part of a team committed to pupil success and well-being. This role offers the stability of a long-term position and genuine prospects for permanent employment in a truly rewarding environment.
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Dunbar Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and full compliance with safer recruitment procedures. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
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